Mayan Mexican
Mayan Mexican
An Introduction to Mexican Cuisines
Smells great, undeniably delicious, and very healthy – that is Mexican Cuisines. The country of Mexico is probably the best place for people who certainly love authentic dishes, since Mexican cuisines are known for its intense flavors, colorful decorations, unique seasoning, and variety of spices and ingredients which are native to the country.
It is said that the origins of these cuisines were very interesting especially for people who admires the goodness of Mexican food recipes. Well what's not to like? Mexican meals serve as the planet's favorite food due to its popular tacos, nachos and enchiladas which greatly tickles the taste buds of every food-lovers. In fact, these dishes were now available in many restaurants across the globe. Below are some facts that will serve as an introduction to our all-time favorite cuisine.
A BACKGROUND OF MEXICAN CUISINE
Mexican food owes an extensive range of influences towards the early colonization period. It shows that the authentic Mexican food have been derived from the Mayan Indians, who were hunters and gatherers. While the introduction of some ingredients such as beef, cheese, cream and bread was greatly influenced by the arrival of Spanish conquistadores in the 16th century which began the fusion of the two cuisines.
Today's traditional Mexican recipes still maintain its deep roots from the Mayan, Aztec Indians, French, and Spanish settlers. The recipes are a blend of these different groups, their cooking techniques, different spices, and ingredients of the old and new world flavors combined.
MEXICAN DINING HABITS
A typical Mexican day begins with a simple breakfast of coffee and bread. The lunch is probably the biggest meal: soup, rice, tortillas, beans and a main dish (platillo fuerte), are typically served. After a filling Mexican lunch, it will be followed by a welcome Mexican siesta.
The evening meal is generally composed of lighter courses. And in addition to the three main meals, there are lots of snacking and snack foods. All of the items which Americans think of as typically Mexican -- tacos, burritos, quesadillas -- are simply snack food south of the border. Tequila cocktails or a light beer brewed in the north of the country are excellent accompaniments to a Mexican meal.
THE POPULAR MEXICAN FOODS
Tacos – are wheat tortillas and can be filled with pretty much anything, making them an exciting alternative to a sandwich.
Enchiladas - are one of the best-known Mexican recipes but these are not especially kind to the waistline because they are quite high in fat.
Salsas and Sauces – are usually made with raw ingredients and can be chopped, chunky, or smooth in consistency.
Adobo - a very popular marinade for pork and other meats in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean and Central America.
Arroz A La Mexicana - a popular way to prepare rice in Mexico and the American Southwest. Also know an Spanish Rice.
Carne asada - or grilled meat, is great backyard grill food.
Empanadas - are meat pies popular throughout the Latin world.
Flan de Leche – a Latin caramel custard. It is one of the most common dessert dishes in the Latin world.
MEXICAN FOOD AND HEALTH
Don't think that Mexican foods are loaded with calories. Actually very few traditional Mexican recipes are high in fat or calories. These dishes, as opposed to fast food outlets' interpretations of it, contain plenty of nutrients. Peppers, onions, tomatoes, and corn are all very healthy and these ingredients are found in a lot of Mexican recipes.
So whether you choose a vegetarian dish or a meat dish, Mexican cuisine can help you lose weight and remain healthy while giving you an appetizing food with a lot of flavor. You don't need to miss out on flavor to eat healthy.
Mexican cuisines are indeed very popular all over the world. This is due on its unique combination of meat, vegetables and spices in order to come up with a delicious yet healthy meals. Mexican food is so inimitable and no other cuisine quite compares.
About the Author
For an authentic taste of Mexico and the Caribbean, Yucatan Grill creates delicious cuisine as well as catering, for Long Beach restaurant, Seal Beach, Sunset Beach, Lakewood and Signal Hill.
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Mexican Festivals: Join in the Fun
All year round, Mexico is booming with life. This is because every month, a town or even the whole country celebrates a fiesta, a celebration in commemoration of a past but highly significant event, in thanksgiving for their patron saint, or in remembering important people in their history. These are also one of the best times to visit the country, since they never run out of trade fairs, bazaars, concerts, games, and other activities that will surely keep you busy during your entire stay.
Marking the Calendars
Here are some Mexican festivals that you don’t want to miss out:
Cozumel Carnival. This town in Mexico is known as a premiere diving spot; however, even the streets are filled with happy people during January because of Cozumel Carnival. It’s basically composed of three elements: parties, street parades, and carnivals. You can see plenty of Mexicans and tourists crowding the streets, donning their most elaborate or flashing costumes while dancing to the beat of the drums. Schools, various organizations, and almost every household in the municipality would participate in the week-long event.
Todos Santos Festival of the Arts. In February, you can head to Todos Santos in Baja California Sur, where you can observe people getting artsy, creative, and innovative. At this time of the year, they are busy preparing for their arts festival, where they can showcase all their artworks in different forms. This would normally last for a week. You may not join in the paintings or hold your own exhibits, but you can watch live concerts and art shows, as well as participate in various art workshops and handicraft demonstrations.
Noche de Brujas. The first week of March may turn Catemaco, Mexico, into a dark town, as they celebrate the Night of the Witches, or Noche de Brujas. You can find shamans, fortune tellers, healers, and spiritualists all crowd the streets, dancing or perhaps intimidating anyone who may not be so used into looking at their appearance. Nevertheless, this is also the best time to explore other Mexican activities, such as palm or card reading or healing sessions. You can ask for advice from them concerning about your personal problems.
Fun Ride from Rosarito to Ensanada. If Europe has Tour de France, Mexico has Rosarito–Ensenada Fun Ride, where there will be more than 7,000 cyclists who would travel the 50-mile stretch. They will normally start from Rosarito Beach until they can finish their trip at Ensanada. A fiesta will soon follow from noon until sunset at the waterfront. You can be an onlooker, or you can participate the ride.
One Important Tip: Because of the popularity of these festivities, there are thousands of people who would get themselves book in hotels, such as Grupo Mayan. You may want to reserve a room beforehand to ensure that you can have your own accommodation once you arrive. You can also take advantage of much lower rates and even discounted deals just by booking yourself or your family and friends real early.
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